Digital literacy is a modern term whose meaning has grown and changed in unison with new technology. In today's world there are two fundamental parts to the definition: the understanding of the digital world and the ability to effectively use digital technology. Understanding digital literacy requires a comprehension of the digital technology that exists as well as how they function. This technology can be anything that is used to digitally transmits information, files, objects, forms of entertainment, etc. Internet, cell phones, PDA's, and other similar devices are today's major digital devices. A complete understanding of what they are and how they function to transmit information or other objects is a large part of being digitally literate.
The second requirement of digital literacy is the ability to effectively use these technological and digital devices. It means the capability to find desired information or other objects and transmit or otherwise use them in a manner that effectively communicates that information to the desired person or persons or to effectively use them for one's personal motives. This ability to use digital technology allows for faster, more effective communication over further distances and through most obstacles. In combination with an understanding of the digital devices that are available, this ability is the definition of digital literacy and the cause of the existence of the digital world today.
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Digital Literacy is a term that requires a complex definition. By splitting its understanding into multiple steps, what was a complex definition became simplistic and easy to understand.
ReplyDeleteI agree totally with what Meghan has to say, but I would also add that in order to be digitally literate, one must understand interpersonal digital dialogue in addition to understanding the functions of digital programs. The ability to communicate in digital language is key to being literate.
ReplyDeleteI find the definition to be very helpful because of the way in which it is split into two parts. By doing so, Meghan has not only show how one must be digitally literate, but also what one should do with such knowledge. This puts weight to the point of becoming digitally literate as we see the advantages that it brings.
ReplyDeleteThe splitting of the definition helps emphasize the dual nature of literacy: its not enough to read, you have got to be able to write. Meghan adapts this definition well into applying to a person's familiarity and aptitude with technology.
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